Chinook Pass – Paradise Visitor Center loop from Silver Springs Sno-Park
Chinook Pass – Paradise Visitor Center loop from Silver Springs Sno-Park
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Chinook Pass – Paradise Visitor Center loop from Silver Springs Sno-Park
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141km
3,190m
Road cycling
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
Tips
Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route
After 19.1 km for 109 m
After 70.8 km for 221 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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19.2 km
Chinook Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Tip by
70.7 km
Reflection Lake View of Mount Rainier
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
73.0 km
Ruby Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
Tip by
76.4 km
Paradise Visitor Center
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
121 km
Deer Creek Road in Mount Rainier National Park
Highlight • Trail
Tip by
128 km
Cayuse Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Tip by
141 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
102 km
37.7 km
774 m
308 m
216 m
215 m
Surfaces
140 km
1.12 km
417 m
399 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,660 m)
Lowest point (660 m)
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Description
If you're looking for a truly epic road cycling challenge with views that will make you forget every climb, the Chinook Pass – Paradise Visitor Center loop from Silver Springs Sno-Park is it. This difficult 87.9-mile (141.5 km) route packs in a staggering 10479 feet (3194 metres) of elevation gain, taking around 8 hours and 6 minutes to complete. It's a serious undertaking best suited for experienced riders with very good fitness.
What to expect on Chinook Pass – Paradise Visitor Center loop from Silver Springs Sno-Park
As you embark from Silver Springs Sno-Park, you'll immediately begin the substantial climb towards Chinook Pass, winding through dense evergreen forests on the scenic byway. The route then descends towards Cayuse Pass before connecting to Stevens Canyon Road, leading you deep into Mount Rainier National Park. Expect panoramic views of Mount Rainier, lush subalpine meadows, and rushing waterfalls. Keep an eye out for Tipsoo Lake near Chinook Pass and Reflection Lakes closer to Paradise, offering iconic photo opportunities. The roads are often narrow with limited shoulders, demanding caution and single-file riding, especially with vehicle traffic. This journey is incredibly rewarding for those who embrace the challenge of significant elevation changes and long distances.
Planning your visit
Planning this ride requires careful attention to the calendar. Chinook Pass and Stevens Canyon Road are typically closed from November to late May or early July due to heavy snowfall, so the ideal cycling window is generally late May/early June through October. Be aware that a Mount Rainier National Park entrance fee for bicycles is required. Summer months can bring heavy vehicle traffic, especially near Paradise, so consider riding in the shoulder seasons or early mornings for a quieter experience.
Trail details
- Distance: 87.9 miles (141.5 km)
- Elevation gain: 10479 feet (3194 metres)
- Difficulty: difficult
- Estimated time: 8 hours and 6 minutes
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